We are pleased to announce that Empower Generations has a finalist team in the iLEAD California 8th-12th Grade DreamUp to Space Experiment Design Challenge Mission 24-25!
Congratulations to the finalists:
Team Punica granatum (Red Wilk Pomegranate)
- Members: Empower Generations 9th and 11th Graders Jayden G., Liam B., and Branden M.
- Question: What is the effect of microgravity on Punica granatum (pomegranate) seeds?
Team Phyllostachys edulis (Bamboo Shoots)
- Members: SCVi’s Madison F., Quinn R., Sergio V., Jonah O.
- Question: What are the effects of microgravity on Phyllostachys edulis (bamboo) seeds?
Team Pleurotus ostreatus (Oyster Mushroom)
- Members: iLEAD Exploration 9th Grader William T.
- Question: How does microgravity affect the structural effectiveness of biocomposite materials?
Team Moringa Oleifera (Malunggay)
- Members: iLEAD AV Studio 8th Graders Mason M., Xander B., Valentino D.
- Question: What is the effect of microgravity on Moringa oleifera (malunggay) seeds?
Team Armadillidium vulgare (Pill Bugs)
- Members: iLEAD Exploration’s Capriana Y., Grayson Y., and Ryder Y.
- Question: Can Armadillidium vulgare (pill bugs) increase the pH of soil in microgravity?
FAQs
Q: What is a finalist?
A: A finalist in this competition is an author of an experiment who exhibited high rigor and effort. They are considered authors of the top 5 of proposals received in the design challenge.
Q: What are the next steps in the selection process?
A: Proposals will be submitted to a panel of aerospace assessors for review. The assessors make experiment selection recommendations.
The team selected for launch will be announced on October 18. Stay tuned!